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MAGIC SERIES III: EUGENE BURGER - "Invitation to Mystery" After starring in the first two Series, Eugene Burger is the Grand Master of The Theory and Art of Magic. Eugene has achieved this distinction at Muhlenberg College through his outstanding magic, wise teachings, and amazing presence. Indeed, it is hard to imagine the Program without him.In 1998 and 1999 Eugene was named "Close-up Magician of the Year" by the Academy of Magical Arts in Hollywood. Seegers 108-110 at 4:30 p.m. On Wednesday, September 8, at 8 p.m., he will star with Topas in a full-evening inaugural show in the Baker Theater. Dorothy Hess Baker Theatre, Trexler Pavilion
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ART: REPRESENTING DISEASE - Gallery talk and Reception: September 8, 2004 to begin at 4:30pm. Martin Art Gallery, Baker Center of the Arts
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MUSIC: Muhlenberg College Piano Series - JOSEPH KALICHSTEIN - One of the world's foremost pianists, Joseph Kalichstein enthralls audiences throughout the United States and Europe, winning praise as orchestral soloist, recitalist and chamber musician. He has also appeared at Carnegie Hall with the Cleveland Orchestra, the Leipzig Chamber Orchestra and with the Kalichstein-Laredo-Robinson Trio.
Paul C. Empie Theatre, Baker Center of the Arts  8:00 pm.
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OCTOBER

MUSIC: JOYCE YANG- The Juilliard Connection - Piano soloist.  The wonderful melodies of Schubert provide an interesting contrast to a new work by one of Prague's most important and successful composers. Czech composer Jan Jirasek will join us for the premier of his newest work. The evening is completed by a season highlight, the appearance of pianist Joyce Yang, winner of the annual Juilliard/LVCO Soloist Audition.
Baker Center for the Arts 8:00 pm.
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THEATRE: TARTUFFE - A comedy in three acts by Jean Baptiste Poquelin Moliere. Moliere unveils a theme of hypocrisy in 17th Century France as the villianous Tartuffe poses as a pious man to decieve the family of the wealthy Orgon. He successfully wins the hand of Orgon's daughter and is set to evict the entire family from their home before the imposter is revealed. Directed by Francine Roussel, Muhlenberg theatre faculty.
Dorothy Hess Baker Theatre, Trexler Pavilion
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MAGIC SERIES III: MUHLENBERG PROFESSORS ON MAGIC - A few years ago a group of Muhlenberg faculty formed a research group to explore the hot new academic field of Performance Studies. As an official part of the 2004 The Theory and Art of Magic program, members of the Muhlenberg research group will share their work and lead a discussion about  the Performance Studies of magic. The panel presentation will be held in the Miller Forum at 7:30 p.m..

THEATRE: PIPPIN - Book by Roger Hirson; Music and Lyrics by Stephen SchwartzThe dazzling musical that astonishes audiences with its mesmerizing play of circus, ballet, jazz, musical comedy, rock concert and magic show on its wild ride through Byzantine Europe with young Prince Pippin. Directed/Choreographed by Guest Artist from New York, Robert La Fosse; Musical Director, Justin Brehm’05. Empie Theatre, Baker Center for the Arts.

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MUSIC: INTERPLAY - Jazz Performance. 8:00 pm. Dorothy Hess Baker Theatre, Trexler Pavilion.

NOVEMBER

DANCE: BILL SHANNON - "Elegance and Accident within the Context of Disability Culture" A video presentation with live narration and demonstration on the controversial performance work of Bill Shannon, the "Crutchmaster" Bill Shannon is a conceptual, interdisciplinary dance and media artist who creates both solo and group projects. He considers his work rooted in street/club culture and informed by the fine arts. He is widely recognized in the dance/performance world, the underground hip hop and club dance scene as well as the disabled artist community. 7:00 pm. Baker Theatre, Trexler Pavilion for Theatre and Dance.

ART: THE BIRDS OF ARMENIA - For the Birds of Armenia exhibition, the Martin will host sixty beautiful and original paintings of various birds which were featured in the book of the same name published by Muhlenberg College Professor of Ornithology, Dr. Dan Klem. The paintings are currently on deposit at the Martin. This exhibition relates to the college's biology curriculum.Gallery talk and Reception: November 10, 2004 to begin at 4:30pm. Martin Art Gallery, Baker Center of the Arts. For more information visit Martin Art Gallery

MUSIC: Muhlenberg College Piano Series - IDIL BIRIT - Idil Birit manifested an outstanding gift for music at the age of three and was trained at the Paris Conservatory, graduating at age 15 with three prizes. Over the years Idil has made more than seventy recordings, including the world premiere recording of the nine Beethoven symphonies transcribed by Lizst, and complete solos piano works and the concertos of Chopin, Brahms, Rachmaninov and the three sonatas of Pierre Boulez.
Paul C. Empie Theatre, Baker Center of the Arts 8:00 pm.

MUSIC: SHANNON COULTER - The Exuberant Voice - Soprano. An acclaimed and stunning soprano treats us to beautiful folk songs from the Auvergne province of France and to the exciting "Exsultate, Jubilate" of Mozart. These blend beautifully with Tchaikovsky's "Andante Cantabile". All three prepare us for Beethoven's exciting voice as heard through his penultimate symphony.
Baker Center for the Arts 8:00 pm.
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THEATRE: NEW VISIONS - Three Contemporary Plays in Repertory: Each show runs 4 performances. Mature content.

Christmas on Mars by Harry Kondoleon . Three frantic friends trying to reinvent their relationship inhabit the idiosyncratic world of Harry Kondoleon – a reality that critics have called hysterical, lyrical and fantastical. Directed by Lydia Brubaker’05.

How I learned to Drive by Paula Vogel. Winner of the 1998 Pulitzer Prize, this bittersweet comedy is narrated by a young woman who wisely reclaims her freedom after an uncle’s attentions turn to seduction. This heroine learns how to drive through life by choosing genuine healing, forgiveness and love. Directed by Jennifer Taylor’05.

Catholic School Girls by Casey Kurtti. This 1982 Off-Broadway satire reflects on the unpredictable lessons learned in a Catholic Grammar School in the 1960’s as four young girls grow into adolescence mimicking, questioning and rebelling. Directed by Joe Stefanelli’05.

Mature themes and content.
Studio Theatre, Trexler Pavilion.
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DANCE: STUDENT CHOREOGRAPHER SHOWCASE - Original choreography by Muhlenberg dance majors showcasing their creative, imaginative, and energetic talents.  See both fall and spring concerts for one single subscription ticket. Artistic Dir., Charles Anderson, Muhlenberg Dance Faculty.
Dorothy Hess Baker Theatre, Trexler Pavlion 8:00 pm.
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DECEMBER

JANUARY

MUSIC: Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg - "A Star Returns", Violin. One of the most popular of all soloists world-wide, Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg, returns to the LVCO for a heartwarming performance of Bruch's "Violin Concerto." This promises to be one of the highlights of the Valley's 2004-2005 music season. Baker Center for the Arts 8:00 pm.
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FEBRUARY

MUSIC: FACULTY RECITAL - Ed Bara, bass-baritone. 7:30 pm. Egner Chapel.

DANCE: MUHLENBERG DANCERS - Annual Concert with faculty and guest artists. Guest choreographers include Robert La Fosse, Tiffany Mills, Pat Catterson and Cathy Young; faculty artists include Charles Anderson with his company Dance Theatre X, Shelley Oliver and Karen Dearborn. Karen Dearborn, Artistic Director. Paul C. Empie Theatre, Baker Center of the Arts
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THEATRE: PIRATES OF PENZANCE - Gilbert and Sullivan, the classic librettist and composer, create in this grand operetta the story of a band of pirates who wish to marry the daughters of Major-General Stanley. Will the Major-General and the pirates plunge into a catastrophic battle? Director, Charles Richter; Musical Director, Jeremy Slavin, of the Muhlenberg College faculty. Dorothy Hess Baker Theatre, Trexler Pavilion.
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MARCH

MUSIC: Muhlenberg College Piano Series - CECILE LICAD - Cecile Licad's artistry blends daring musical instincts with the superb training of a "musician's musician." She has appeared as soloist with major orchestras and conductors in Europe, Asia and the United States and in chamber music performances with Mstislav Rostropovich, The Guarnerie and Takacs Quartets and the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center.
Paul C. Empie Theatre, Baker Center of the Arts  8:00 pm.
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MUSIC: MARTHA MARCHENA, Piano, NANCY BIDLACK, cello - "The Latin Connection" A Spanish contemporary of Beethoven, a Cuban pianist, and music from Argentina create an intriguing combination of musical styles, all with a Latin connection.
Paul C. Empie Theatre, Baker Center of the Arts  8:00 pm.
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APRIL

MUSIC: BENNY KIM "Spring has Sprung" Violin. A beautiful Bach suite introduces the final concert of the LVCO's 24th year. The famed violinist Benny Kim returns to celebrate the season with "Spring" from Vivaldi's "The Four Seasons of Buenos Aires."

Paul C. Empie Theatre, Baker Center of the Arts  8:00 pm.
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MUSIC: Muhlenberg College Piano Series - YUNDI LI - Those who heard Yundi Li in his stunning performance of Chopin on his series in the Fall of 2003 will certainly be elated at this return engagement. Li, the highly-acclaimed 22-year-old pianist from The People's Republic of China, has gained international recognition for his sensational performances in numerous competitions, notably as a first-prize winner of the International Chopin Competition in Warsaw in the year 2000.
Paul C. Empie Theatre, Baker Center of the Arts  8:00 pm.
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THEATRE: SUMMERFOLK - Maxim Gorky ’s majestic play reveals a group of professionals vacationing at their summer homes at the start of the 20 th Century – husbands and wives, friends and lovers who question the meaning of their work and their leisure. Some angrily resist change, some ignore it, some hope for a better way to live. Tensions, resentments, and desires long buried by the trappings of upper-middle-class life assert themselves, and their relationships alter forever.
Directed by James Peck, Muhlenberg Theatre Faculty.

Dorothy Hess Baker Theatre, Trexler Pavilion.
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DANCE: STUDENT CHOREOGRAPHED DANCE CONCERTS - Original choreography by Muhlenberg dance majors showcasing their creative, imaginative, and energetic talents.  See both fall and spring concerts for one single subscription ticket. Artistic Dir. Edward Augustyn, Muhlenberg Dance Faculty.
Dance Studio Theatre, Trexler Pavlion.
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